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LSU Is Unlocking the Code of Life to Improve Health, Food, and the Environment
LSU research decodes DNA and RNA to reveal how life works—advancing medicine, strengthening agriculture, protecting ecosystems, and uncovering the evolutionary traits that shape our world.
LSU System Hosts Successful Day at the Capitol
President Wade Rousse praised campus leaders during the LSU Board of Supervisors meeting for hosting an outstanding LSU Day at the Capitol on Wednesday. All eight, soon to be nine, campuses comprising the LSU System were represented in Memorial Hall at the State Capitol, with leadership available to share stories of success with legislators, policy makers and influencers.
LSU Opens Our Lady of the Lake Health Interdisciplinary Science Building, Announces First-of-its-Kind Endowed Deanship
The LSU community, lead donors and friends gathered on campus today to cut the ribbon on the new Our Lady of the Lake Health Interdisciplinary Science Building, an epicenter for academics, research and industry collaboration that provides a scholarly home to 1,150 students, faculty and researchers. During the milestone celebration, university leaders announced that LSU's 2026 Alumnus of the Year, College of Science graduate Frank W. "Billy" Harrison III and wife Ann have established the first endowed deanship at LSU in honor of Billy's father, fellow College of Science alumnus Frank W. Harrison Jr.
From Prevention to Care, LSU Advances Brain Health Across the Lifespan
Across the LSU system, top scientists are advancing brain health research that helps people protect memory, detect disease earlier, and live better with neurological conditions such as Alzheimer’s and dementia.
LSU Advances Louisiana’s Seafood Industry and Protects the Waters That Sustain It
LSU research improves seafood safety, advances aquaculture, and helps producers adapt to environmental change—strengthening Louisiana’s seafood economy and protecting our coastal resources.
LSU Launches Louisiana's First Bachelor's Degree in Artificial Intelligence
Louisiana’s first Bachelor of Science degree in artificial intelligence will be offered to Louisiana State University students this fall at the Baton Rouge campus.
LSU Advances Nutrition Education and Health Innovation
LSU Health New Orleans and LSU Health Shreveport, now part of the new LSU Flagship, are joining a national initiative to enhance nutrition education for future physicians. This effort reinforces LSU's commitment to research, education, and service that addresses Louisiana's needs for improved health outcomes.
New aquaculture professor wants to create a lasting legacy of research excellence
Kaelyn Fogelman, a recently hired professor of aquaculture at the LSU AgCenter, hopes to facilitate new research into not only crawfish management but also into the entire aquaculture program.
LSU Strengthens Our Food Future, in Louisiana for the World, with Science, Strategy, and Impact
LSU advances resilient crops, protects pollinators, fuels agribusiness growth, and equips the next generation of growers and innovators to secure the food economy for the future.
Samba Dieng of LSU's Global Engagement Office Named Senior International Officer of the Year by the Institute of International Education
The Institute of International Education (IIE) has recognized Dr. Samba Dieng, Associate Vice Provost for Global Engagement, with the prestigious 2025 Senior International Officer (SIO) of the Year Award. This annual honor is reserved for a leader who demonstrates extraordinary vision in international education, with honorees selected by a distinguished panel of global peers.